A unique African literary theory called “ Leoparditude”, which was propounded in year 2000 by Mallam Al-Bishak, a foremost African scholar and Nigerian Professor of African literature with specialty in Literary Egyptology, will feature prominently at a two-day “ Seen From Lagos: African Re-groundings Symposium” jointly organized by the Institute of African and Diaspora Studies (IADS), University of Lagos and …

The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital has faulted reports that musician, Burna Boy, covered all medical bills for patients during a recent visit to the hospital. The hospital clarified that the music star only settled the bills of selected patients at the facility, contrary to claims of covering all outstanding bills. This is coming after several blogs and news …

International award-winning singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has dragged Sophia Momodu, the mother of his first child, Imade, to court, seeking custody of the daughter. In an originating motion filed by his lawyers, Dr Olaniyi Arije, Okey Barrah and others, at the Lagos State High Court, dated 17 April 2024, Davido is praying the court for “an order …

Nigerian Afrobeats powerhouse, Rema, was pictured dazzling at the Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Spring-Summer Show during Fashion Week in Paris on Tuesday. While at the fashion show, his global hit ‘Calm Down’ was generating a buzz as it won awards  at the 2024 ASCAP London Music Awards. ‘Calm Down’ won the coveted Song of the Year and Top Streaming Song awards. …

The Minister of Culture, Art and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa-Musawa, on Tuesday, said the Federal Government would activate plans to list the annual Ojude Oba Festival as one of those approved and supported by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Represented by the Director of Cultural Agencies and Heritage, Dr Ben Anama, at the 2024 edition …

Afrobeat singer Divine Ikubor aka Rema has become the most streamed African artist in U.S. history with ‘Calm Down’ getting a billion on-demands streams. The song, which features Selena Gomez, has spent 52 weeks at the top of the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart and has been streamed over a billion times on Spotify. According to TAmerican Music Stats Company, …

Media personality Do2dtun has shared frustration after being denied access to his daughters following separation from ex-wife, Omotayo. He said despite being an involved father, he has been alienated from his family, and ex-wife. He alleged her family sought to destroy his character by taking his children overseas without his knowledge or consent, making it difficult for him to see …

The Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on Thursday, inspected the newly built ultra-modern Olubadan Palace. This comes five days after the state Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde requested his health fitness. It was on report that the governor on Saturday during the final burial ceremony of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, said Oba Olakulehin would be installed as the …

Nigerian Idol contestant, Jennifer, known for her powerful vocals, left the stage with a bang on Sunday night. Despite captivating the judges with her rendition of Andra Day’s Rise Up during the first live show, Jennifer’s journey ended due to receiving the lowest number of viewer votes. However, she did not go down without a fight. After host IK announced …

Artiste and entrepreneur, Mr Eazi recently visited Rwanda, to engage in several significant events and meetings. The Afrobeats star during his visit attended the NBA Basketball Africa League (BAL) finals between Al Ahly ly and Petro De Luanda (Champions). This event showcased the best of African basketball talent, and Mr Eazi’s presence underscored his support for the continent’s sports growth …